AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoInternet Growth: Iraq’s international internet traffic has more than doubled since early 2026, reaching 8.5 terabits from about 4, Communications Minister Mustafa Jabbar Sanad said. Officials credit stronger 4G use and a shift from point-to-point links to fiber, with a 5G network also planned. Tech Investment: A new Iraq-U.S. Business Council in Baghdad aims to attract investment in technology and digital transformation, while promoting technology transfer, training and joint ventures. Digital Services: Iraq has launched a news-verification platform to combat misinformation, and debate over a Waze ban is testing the country’s ambitions for homegrown tech. Research Ties: Iraq and Jordan signed agreements covering higher education and scientific research through 2031.
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